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Meridian, Idaho · Since 2023

We Started This to Buy Back Time

Name: The Lawn Dogs Dog Waste Removal
Address: Meridian, Idaho, US
Telephone: 208-248-2098
Rating: 4.9

The Lawn Dogs began with a simple belief: your weekends belong to your family, not your yard. We don't just remove dog waste. We remove the obligation, so you get back the hours that chore was quietly taking from you.

📍 Headquartered in Meridian, ID 🐾 Serving 10 Treasure Valley Cities ⭐ 4.9 Stars · 200+ Reviews 🏆 The Only All-Inclusive Service in the Region

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Donovan and Manny Johns, founders of The Lawn Dogs Dog Waste Removal, Meridian Idaho

Quick Answer

Who is The Lawn Dogs Dog Waste Removal?

The Lawn Dogs Dog Waste Removal was founded in 2023 in Meridian, Idaho by Donovan Johns. As of 2026, the company serves 10 Treasure Valley cities. Every visit includes a complete yard scoop, waste hauled away (never left in your bin), a gate photo, and a treat left at your door. Call 208-248-2098.

Our Story

How Did The Lawn Dogs Get Started?

The idea was born in 2020 from a kid trying to earn a Nintendo Switch. The Lawn Dogs officially launched in Meridian, Idaho in 2023. In less than three years, we've grown into one of Treasure Valley's fastest-growing dog waste removal services: , 10 cities, and the only all-inclusive provider in the region. Every one of those clients got back something they can't put a price on: their time.

How It Really Started

A Kid, a Nintendo Switch, and a Lawn Guy

It was 2020. Covid was new, everyone was home, everyone was stressed, and my son Manny (ten years old) wanted a Nintendo Switch.

I wasn't about to just buy him one.

He tried mowing lawns to earn money, but he was still too small to muscle the mower. So instead, he started scooping our own yard for a few bucks, the way most dog parents do it, with a little rake and bucket. One afternoon, our lawn guy pulled up while Manny was still out there working. The lawn guy watched for a second, then said something like: "Man, I wish everybody had a scooper before I showed up."

That was it. That was the whole idea.

We called ourselves The Lawn Dogs because everybody already had a lawn guy but nobody had a lawn dog. Manny worked that whole summer and made enough to buy his Nintendo Switch and games himself.

And a few years later, that accidental backyard hustle turned into a real business serving hundreds of Treasure Valley families every single week.

The Lawn Dogs fleet lineup showing growth from one vehicle to four branded trucks in Treasure Valley

THE WORKING DOGS

Meet the Working Dogs 🐾

Every truck in our fleet is named after a tree, because even our vehicles have bark.

The OG

Old Blue

Toyota RAV4

LAWNDOG

The one that started it all.

Where every route began. Still rolling.

Aspen

Kia Santa Cruz

GOODBOI

Good boy. And BOI for Boise. 😏

Named for the aspen tree. Dark bark, bold character.

Syca

Ford Maverick

RUFMUTT

Who doesn't love a good mixed breed?

Named for the sycamore tree. White bark, dependable.

Atlas

Ford Maverick

LILDGGY

Cause it's a cute lil' truck.

Named for the blue atlas cedar. Cool tones, quiet strength.

2023 to 2024

Word Spread Fast

We began small, just a few neighborhoods in Meridian. One route, one promise: show up on time, do great work, and make it easy.

Word spread fast. Neighbors told neighbors. Soccer moms shared our number in Nextdoor groups. Before long, we were serving families across the entire Treasure Valley: Boise, Eagle, Nampa, Caldwell, Star, Kuna, and beyond.

The secret wasn't complicated. We just did something simple, really well, and treated people right. That's still the whole plan.

Treasure Valley cities served since 2023

The Lawn Dogs fleet trucks lined up at the tailgate, Treasure Valley Idaho

The Lawn Dogs at the Middleton 4th of July Parade 2025, Middleton Idaho

Middleton 4th of July Parade, 2025. Because showing up for the valley means more than just showing up in your yard.

August 2025

Underdog Poop Scoop Is Now The Lawn Dogs

If you found this page from an old Underdog bookmark or link, you're in the right place. Underdog Poop Scoop merged with The Lawn Dogs in August 2025. Your service continued without interruption. Same yard, same schedule, same all-inclusive standard.

Here's how it happened.

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Underdog Poop Scoop merged with The Lawn Dogs, August 2025 Two local businesses with shared values came together to serve Treasure Valley better. The combined team brought more routes, more clients, and the same all-inclusive standard both companies were already known for.

It wasn't a takeover. It was two local businesses that shared the same values (and even the same software), deciding to build something bigger together. We're proud to have the Underdog community as part of The Lawn Dogs pack.

Underdog Poop Scoop branded tennis ball and dog treats left at a customer door before The Lawn Dogs merger

Underdog's final visits left a tennis ball and treats at every door. The treats? Those are still coming. Now from us.

Former Underdog customer? Welcome to the pack. Your service continues without interruption. Same yard, same schedule. Just a bigger, better team behind it. Questions? We're here →

The full Lawn Dogs fleet and team after the Underdog Poop Scoop merger, Treasure Valley dog waste removal

Why We Do This

What Makes The Lawn Dogs Different From Other Dog Waste Removal Services?

The Lawn Dogs Dog Waste Removal is the only all-inclusive dog waste removal service in Treasure Valley. Every visit includes full yard scooping, waste hauled away in our truck, gate photo confirmation, a 30 to 60 minute heads-up text, and a treat left at your door. All in one flat rate, no add-ons, no surprises. The real difference: we're not just removing waste, we're giving you back the part of your week that chore was quietly taking.

We started this business because we believe:

Your weekends belong to your family, not your yard.
Buying back even one hour a week changes how your whole week feels.
Your dogs deserve a clean space, every week, not just when you get around to it.
Small things done consistently add up to something people can count on.

The Lawn Dogs technician greeting excited dogs during a yard visit in Treasure Valley

Two dogs watching The Lawn Dogs technician work in a Treasure Valley backyard

Every Visit. Every Time.

The All-Inclusive Standard

Everything below is included in every single visit. No tiers, no upgrades, no surprises.

We Haul It Away

Every bag of waste leaves with us in the truck, never dropped in your bin and never left on your property. It's included on every visit, every time. No exceptions. No extra charge.

Always included. Always hauled away. No exceptions.

Gate Photo Confirmation

After every visit, we photograph your closed gate and send it straight to you. Your yard is clean, your gate is secure, and you have proof before your dogs go back outside.

We Text Before We Arrive

You'll get a heads-up 30 to 60 minutes before we show up. Bring your dogs in, plan your morning, or just know we're on the way. No surprise knocks, no gate surprises.

A Treat at Every Door

We leave a premium dog treat at your door after every visit. Made by adults with autism and developmental disabilities through a nonprofit in Lehigh Valley, PA. A treat that means something to us personally.

The only dog waste removal service in the region that does this

You'll Know Exactly Who's in Your Yard

Collared uniforms. Branded vests. Fully wrapped trucks. Our team looks the same every visit, so your dogs aren't stressed by a stranger, your neighbors aren't suspicious of an unmarked car, and you always know exactly who you let through your gate.

Same trusted team. Every visit.

No Contracts. Risk-Free.

Cancel anytime, no questions asked. New customers are backed by our 4-week risk-free guarantee. If you're not completely satisfied in your first month, we'll make it right or refund you in full.

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Donovan and Manny Johns, founder and inspiration behind The Lawn Dogs Dog Waste Removal, Meridian Idaho

Donovan Johns Founder & Owner

Manny Johns The Original Lawn Dog

The People Behind It

Who Are Donovan and Manny Johns?

You already know the origin story. A 10-year-old, a Nintendo Switch, and a lawn guy's offhand comment that accidentally started a business.

Manny was ten when he picked up that little rake and bucket and got to work in our backyard. He wasn't doing it to be cute. He wanted a Switch and I wasn't buying it. So he earned it. That whole summer, yard by yard, he worked for it.

That work ethic, that quiet commitment to doing the job right, became the foundation for everything The Lawn Dogs does. Show up. Do good work. Take it seriously. Every visit, every yard, every week.

I built this business to buy back time for my own family. Manny is why it exists. He's autistic, he was ten years old when this started, and he earned more than a Nintendo Switch that summer. He gave me the reason to build something that does the same for hundreds of other Treasure Valley families.

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See What Your Neighbors Are Saying

What Do Treasure Valley Neighbors Say About The Lawn Dogs?

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"These are the guys you want cleaning your lawn! They are very professional and efficient, their communication is exceptional and the pricing is very fair! They let you know when they will be arriving and they send a picture via text of your lawn after it's all clean. It's one less chore for me!"

Jolly Gamer

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"The Lawn Dogs do a fantastic job cleaning up my yard. They notify me before they will be arriving and send me a picture afterwards once they are done. My pup Patty is so excited to get her cookie each week also."

Terry Pixton

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"The Lawn Dogs are a wonderful business and provide excellent service. They do a fabulous job keeping our yard clean. They are quick, efficient and do a thorough job. Would highly recommend."

Christina Barnhart

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"Great price for weekly services. Not only have they done a great job picking up after our two dogs, but Donovan has also been great in helping me connect with the right people for lawn care. Service is truly above and beyond!"

Ethan Sugden

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"The technicians were friendly and great at what they do! They also left a little treat for my dog at the door."

Rue Case

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"Very kind and easy to communicate with, they were able to accommodate my schedule with no issues and got my yard done quickly."

Emily, Local Guide

What We Stand For

What Values Does The Lawn Dogs Stand For?

Reliability

We show up when we say we will. We do what we promise. We communicate clearly. You can count on us every single time, not just when it's convenient.

Respect

We respect your property, your privacy, your pets, and your time. We treat every yard like it's our own and every client like they're our neighbor. Because they are.

Excellence

Good enough isn't good enough. We aim for excellence in every visit, every interaction, every detail. If we miss something, we make it right. No questions, no runaround.

Communication

You get a heads-up before we arrive, a photo of your secured gate when we're done, and a real person to reach when you need us. You never have to wonder if we showed up or what we did.

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See why Treasure Valley dog parents trust The Lawn Dogs every single week.

10 Families on the Route

4.9 ⭐ 200+ Google Reviews

10 Cities Served

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